Govt Introduces Local FASTag Pass For Residents Within 20 Km Of Toll Plaza: Check Eligibility And Fees

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has introduced a local toll pass for residents residing within a 20 km radius of a toll plaza. The ministry has amended the National Highways Fees (Determination of Rates and Collection) Rules, 2008, to issue a concessional local pass. Let’s take a look at the eligibility criteria and annual fee for the Local FASTag pass.

Local FASTag Pass: Eligibility

The local toll pass carries certain conditions for issuance, such as:

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Local FASTag Pass: Annual Fee

As mentioned earlier, the local toll pass will be issued only for a specific toll plaza. The annual fee for the pass depends on the location. The annual fee structure for the Local FASTag pass is as follows:

How To Apply For Local Toll Pass?

Eligible private vehicle owners can apply for the local toll pass using the Rajmarg Yatra Mobile App or in person at the specific toll plaza. The step-by-step application process for both of these methods has been explained below.

Through Rajmarg Yatra App

Vehicle owners can apply for a local toll pass using the Rajmarg Yatra App by using these steps:

Step 1: Download the official Rajmarg Yatra App from the Google Play Store/Apple App Store

Step 2: Log in/register using your mobile number, and navigate to the FASTag/Local Pass section

Step 3: Select the specific toll plaza in the vicinity of your residence, and enter your Vehicle Registration Number (VRN)/FASTag ID

Step 4: Allow address and vehicle detail verification via VAHAN, DigiLocker, and Aadhaar Card

Step 5: Select the period (Annual/Monthly), make payment, and check if the pass is active

Offline Through Toll Plaza

Step 1: Visit the toll plaza located within a 20 km radius of your residence

Step 2: Submit your VRN/FASTag ID & Aadhaar Card

Step 3: Pay the fee and check the activation status of the pass

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What Is The Eligibility Criteria For A Local Toll Pass?

The local toll pass will be issued only to private vehicle owner with a valid/working FASTag for a specific toll plaza for a certain time period (monthly/annual). The pass will not be issued if an alternative road/service road is available for use.

What Are The Charges Of The Local Toll Pass?

The Local Toll Pass can be purchased locally for a month at a fee of up to ₹350, and annually for ₹1,500 per annum or ₹3,000 per annum.

What Are The Required Documents For A Local Toll Pass?

The list of required documents for purchasing a local toll pass is as follows:

Aadhaar Card: For address proof of the vehicle owner, and the mentioned address should be located within a 20 km radius of the selected toll plaza.

Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC): The address on the RC should match the address mentioned on the Aadhaar Card.

FASTag: A valid and working FASTag

Why Are There Two Kinds Of Annual Fees for the Local FASTag Pass?

The Annual Fees for the Local Toll Pass are:

₹1500: If the toll plaza is located outside the limits of a municipal/local town area

₹3000: If the toll plaza is located within the limits of a municipality or a local town

Can I Use A Local Toll Pass For Multiple Toll Plazas?

No, the Local FASTag Toll Pass will be issued for only a specific toll plaza, and it cannot be used for travelling through multiple toll plazas.